Professional Translation (Chinese to English) (CHIN7142)
Information valid for Semester 1, 2020
Course level
Postgraduate Coursework
Faculty
Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences
School
Languages & Cultures School
Units
2
Duration
One Semester
Delivery mode
Internal
Class hours
Lecture 3 Hours/ Week
Incompatible
TRIN7430 and TRIN7210
Prerequisite
CHIN7102
Assessment methods
Home translation, class translation, translation project and final examination
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Course description
This course is designed to further develop students' practical skills in translation from Chinese into English up to the level of Professional Translator (formerly Level 3) of National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters (NAATI). Students will develop an insight of high quality translation, skilfully apply translation techniques in practice, use computer in translation, and practise in subject areas including business and trade, international relations, science and technology, and tourism. The link between theoretical concepts and practice will be emphasised.